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Senators, Actor Blast Clarity Act Over Trump Crypto Ties

7/16/2026

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Senators Chris Murphy, Jeff Merkley and Chris Van Hollen opposed Clarity Act because it lacks provision to curb President Donald Trump’s cryptocurrency conflicts.
Actor Ben McKenzie joined them at a press conference urging Senate Democrats to reject the bill as “Trump’s crypto corruption.”
John Thune, Senate Majority Leader, said a vote is expected week of July 20 and that bill needs 60 votes, meaning at least seven Democratic supporters are required.

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Senators Chris Murphy, Jeff Merkley and Chris Van Hollen opposed Clarity Act because it lacks provision to curb President Donald Trump’s cryptocurrency conflicts.
Actor Ben McKenzie joined them at a press conference urging Senate Democrats to reject the bill as “Trump’s crypto corruption.”
John Thune, Senate Majority Leader, said a vote is expected week of July 20 and that bill needs 60 votes, meaning at least seven Democratic supporters are required.